His Majesty, King George Tupou V, salutes the U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, band officer after the conclusion of the band’s performance during the Kingdom of Tonga Military Parade and Tattoo, Aug. 2. The parade and Tattoo were held in honor of His Majesty’s birthday. A Tattoo is comprised of military units – musical and operational – from different countries collaborating in an extensive exhibition of musical performances and demonstrating military capabilities.